Early Start Inclusion Practitioner — Community Family Hubs

Derbyshire County Council

East Midlands

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 34,000

Full time

46 hours ago

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Job summary

Derbyshire County Council is seeking Best Start Inclusion Practitioners to join our Best Start Family Hubs across Derbyshire. You will support families with children aged 0-5, offering early identification, navigation to services and practical hands-on support to improve outcomes.

Based within local Family Hubs and community settings, you will work with partners to provide joined-up early support, drop-ins, short workshops and family sessions, helping families access the right support at the

Qualifications

Can identify emerging needs and recognise when additional support may be required.
Builds trusting relationships and communicates with families in a supportive way.
Takes a practical, empathetic approach and is confident providing hands-on support.

Responsibilities

Early Identification: identifying developmental or emerging needs early through observations and family engagement.
Family Navigation: helping families understand and navigate local services including inclusion pathways, financial support and community resources.
Joined-Up Working: collaborating with health services, early years providers, SEND teams and community partners to provide joined up support.
Direct Support: offering drop-ins, short-term early support workshops, and family sessions at Family Hubs and across the Best Start community network.